Which of the Following Statements Is the Best Comparison Between

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the best comparison between absolute and relative assessment standards?

• A)Absolute is subjective.Relative is objective.
• B)Relative is subjective.Absolute is objective.
• C)Absolute compares an employee's performance to a "model." Relative compares an employee's performance with another employee's.
• D)Relative must be used in conjunction with other measures.Absolute should be used alone.
• E)Absolute standards are simpler than relative.

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